Epidemiological Survey Of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms In Males Aged 40-90 Years InThe Benue South Region Of Nigeria Using The International Prostate Symptom Score
Keywords:
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Epidemiology, IPSS, Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, Nigeria, Quality of LifeAbstract
Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are common among ageing men and significantly impair quality of life (QOL). Although several Nigerian studies have reported varying prevalence rates, there is no published data from the Benue South Senatorial District of Nigeria. This study aimed to determine the prevalence, severity, and quality-of-life impact ofLUTS among men aged 40–90 years in this region using the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS). This hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted across nine General Hospitals in Benue South between September and December 2022. Male patients aged 40–90 years attending general outpatient clinics were recruited using a non- probability sampling technique. Data were collected electronically using a structured biodata form, the IPSS questionnaire, and the single-item QOL index. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 21. Associations were tested using Chi-square statistics, with significance set at p < 0.05. A total of 368 consenting participants were enrolled across seven local government areas. LUTS prevalence, severity distribution (mild, moderate, severe), and QOL scores were analyzed. Symptom severity increased with age. Moderate-to-severe LUTS constituted a significant proportion of respondents and was associated with poorer QOL scores. LUTS are prevalent among men aged 40 years and above in Benue South and significantly impact quality of life. These findings provide baseline epidemiological data for health planning and resource allocation in the region.
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